Snapper 151-3845 User manual

Brand: Snapper

Model: 151-3845

Category: Toys & accessories

Type: User manual

51-3845, 7/04

M26 SERIES

Mechanical Windrow Sweeper

For Simplicity Legacy

SWEEPSTER, Inc.

2800 N. Zeeb Road • Dexter, MI 48130

(734) 996-9116 • FAX (734) 996-9014

1-800-456-7100

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Table of Contents

Section 1 ... Operation and Maintenance

Section 2 ... Service

Section 3 ... Parts

Section 4 ... Appendix

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Operation and

Maintenance

M26 Series

Table of Contents

Introduction .............................................................. 7

Safety .................................................................... 6-12

General Safety Information..................................... 8-9

Safety Signs and Labels .................................... 10-12

Operation ............................................................ 13-20

Installation ......................................................... 13-15

Operating Tips ................................................... 16-19

Removing Sweeper and Hitch................................. 20

Maintenance ....................................................... 21-25

Daily Maintenance ............................................. 21-22

Brush Replacement ........................................... 22-24

Adjusting Drive Chain Idler ...................................... 25

Adjusting Brush Pattern........................................... 25

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Introduction

Serial & Part Numbers

On your unit you will find a serial number plate and/or part number plate(s). The numbers on these plates are very

important if you wish to order parts or accessories. For your convenience, record numbers in the appropriate space

below.

SAFETY SECTION

INTRODUCTION

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Introduction

Importance of this Manual

This operator’s manual should be regarded as part of

the sweeper. Suppliers of both new and secondhand

sweepers are advised to keep documentation indicat-

ing that this manual was provided with the sweeper.

The manual contains information regarding installation,

operation and maintenance required for this sweeper

model and optional equipment. It also includes

detailed parts lists.

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Purpose of Sweeper

This sweeper is designed solely for use in construction

cleanup, road maintenance, grounds maintenance,

snow removal and similar operations. Use in any other

way is considered contrary to the intended use.

Compliance with and strict adherence to operation,

service and repair conditions, as specified by the

manufacturer, are also essential elements of the

intended use.

This sweeper should be operated, serviced and

repaired only by persons who are familiar with its

characteristics and acquainted with relevant safety

procedures.

Accident prevention regulations, all other generally

recognized safety regulations and all road traffic

regulations must be observed at all times.

Any modifications made to this sweeper may relieve

the manufacturer of liability for any resulting damage

or injury.

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Safety Alert Symbol

This safety alert symbol indicates important

safety messages in this manual. When you see

this symbol, be alert to the possibility of injury.

Carefully read the message that follows and inform

other operators.

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Contacting SWEEPSTER

If you have any questions about information in this

manual or need to order parts, please call, write, FAX

or e-mail SWEEPSTER.

SWEEPSTER, Inc.

2800 North Zeeb Road

Dexter, Michigan 48130

Phone: (734) 996-9116 • (800) 456-7100

FAX: (734) 996-9014

e-mail: sweep@sweepster.com

For help with installation, operation or maintenance

procedures, contact our Technical Service Department.

Direct product questions and parts orders to our Sales

Department.

When ordering parts or accessories, be prepared to

give the following information:

• Sweeper model, serial number and date of

purchase

• Prime mover make and model

• Part number, description and quantity

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Terms Used in Manual

Right-hand, left-hand, front

and

rear

are determined

from the operator’s perspective (either the operator’s

seat or standing behind a walk-behind unit), facing

forward in the normal operating position.

Prime mover

refers to the tractor, truck, loader or tow

vehicle that a sweeper is mounted on or towed by.

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Optional Equipment

Installation instructions for optional equipment, if

applicable, appear with parts lists in the back of the

manual.

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Specifications & Features

Due to continuous product improvement, specifica-

tions and features may change without notice.

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Warranty

To validate the warranty for this unit, fill out the war-

ranty card or warranty pages located at the back of

this manual. Then, send this information to

SWEEPSTER.

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SAFETY SECTION

INTRODUCTION

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Safety Information

Read this Manual

Read all safety information in this manual.

All operators

must read and understand the entire contents of this

manual before sweeping. General safety practices are

listed on Safety Information pages and specific safety

information is located throughout this manual.

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Hazard Definitions

Four hazard classifications are used in this manual.

They are

CAUTION – Indicates a potentially hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, may

result in minor or moderate injury.

WARNING –Indicates a potentially hazardous

situation which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious

injury.

DANGER – Indicates an imminently hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, will

result in death or serious injury.

IMPORTANT – Used for instructions when machine

damage may be involved.

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Operation

CAUTION – A sweeper is a demanding machine.

Only fully trained operators or trainee

operators under the close supervision

of a fully trained person should use

this machine.

Before sweeping:

• Learn sweeper and prime mover controls in an

off-road location.

• Be sure that you are in a safe area, away from

traffic or other hazards.

• Check all hardware holding the sweeper to the

prime mover, making sure it is tight.

• Make sure all hydraulic fittings and hardware are

tight.

• Replace any damaged or fatigued hardware with

properly rated fasteners.

• Check prime mover tire pressure before

sweeping.

• Check tire ratings to be sure they match the

prime mover load. Weigh the sweeper end of the

prime mover, if necessary, to insure proper tire

rating.

• Remove from the sweeping area all property that

could be damaged by debris flying from the

sweeper.

• Be sure all persons not operating the sweeper

are clear of the sweeper discharge area.

• Always wear proper apparel such as a long-

sleeve shirt buttoned at the cuffs; safety glasses,

goggles or a face shield; ear protection; and a

dust mask.

When sweeping, adhere to all government rules, local

laws and other professional guidelines for your

sweeping application.

WARNING – Never raise the sweeper more than a

few feet off the ground. The sweeper

can tip back or the prime mover can

tip over causing death or serious

injury.

Before leaving the operator’s area for any reason –

lower the sweeper to the ground, stop the prime

mover engine, set the brakes and remove the key from

the ignition.

Minimize flying debris – use the slowest brush speed

that will do the job.

Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from

all moving parts.

Leave the brush hood (shield) and all other shields and

safety equipment in place when operating the sweeper

and prime mover.

Be aware of the extra weight and width a sweeper

adds. Reduce travel speed accordingly.

When sweeping on rough terrain, reduce speed to

avoid “bouncing” the sweeper. Loss of steering can

result.

Never sweep toward people, buildings, vehicles or

other objects that can be damaged by flying debris.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

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GENERAL INFORMATION

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Service & Repair

CAUTION – Do not modify the sweeper in any

way. Personal injury could result. If

you have questions, contact your

dealer or SWEEPSTER.

Repair or adjust the sweeper in a safe area, away from

road traffic and other hazards.

Before adjusting or servicing the sweeper – lower the

sweeper to the ground, stop the prime mover engine,

set the brakes and remove the key from the ignition.

When working on or around the sweeper, lower it to

the ground or secure it with transport chains or

cylinder-stop locks.

Stop the prime mover engine and cycle control levers

to release hydraulic pressure before servicing or

adjusting sweeper hydraulic systems.

WARNING – Escaping hydraulic fluid can have

enough pressure to penetrate the

skin, causing serious personal injury.

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SAFETY SIGNS AND LABELS

Care of Safety Signs

1. Keep safety signs clean and free from obstructing

material.

2. Clean safety signs with soap and water; dry with a

soft cloth.

3. Replace damaged or missing safety signs with new

signs from SWEEPSTER.

4. If a component with safety sign(s) affixed is re-

placed with a new part, make sure the new safety

sign(s) is (are) attached in the same location(s) as

the replaced components.

5. Install new safety signs on clean surfaces only.

Spray a weak solution of soap and water on the

surface before applying the safety sign. This will

allow repositioning of the label. Squeegee any

bubbles to the outside edge.

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Item Part Description

1. 50-0103 Label, Caution, To Avoid Injury

2. 50-0104 Label, Danger, Lock-Collar, Unlock-Collar

3. 50-0115 Label, Danger, Rotating Drive

4. 50-0145 Label, Warning, Rotating Broom

5. 50-0394 Label, Danger, Rotating Drive Line

6. 50-0076-1 Label, Caution, Pinch Point

7. 50-0213 Label, Warning, Rotating Driveline

Locations

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Safety Signs & Labels

Representations of Labels

Locations shown on page 10.

1. 50-0103

2. 50-0104

3. 50-0115

4. 50-0145

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SAFETY SIGNS AND LABELS

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Safety Signs & Labels

5. 50-0394

6. 50-0076-1

CAUTION

PINCH POINT

AVOID INJURY FROM

FRAME PIVOT AND STOPS.

Keep hands and feet away.

50-0076-1

Representations of Labels (Continued)

Locations shown on page 10.

7. 50-0213

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SAFETY SIGNS AND LABELS

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Installation

Initial Installation

Follow the instructions for the subframe kit.

Install Front Hitch

1. Lift the hitch assembly (C, figure 1) slide onto the

slots on tractor (E). Lift back of hitch assembly to

frame (D) and install clevis pins (B), clevis pins (F)

and hair pins (A).

Many approved attachments have color coded

quick couplers to aid in installation. Match the

tractor quick coupler with the like colored

attachment quick coupler.

2. Install hydraulic cylinder hoses and fittings.

( figure 2)

Figure 1. Hitch to Tractor Installation

A. Hair Pin D. Subframe

B. Clevis Pin, 5/8 x 1 13/16 E. Slots on Tractor

C. Assembly F. Clevis Pin, 5/8 x 2 1/2

Figure 2. Cylinder/Hose Installation

A. Fitting, 1/8NPT x 1/2-20 E. Hose 22” Long I. Hydraulic Cylinder

B. Hose 30” Long F. Fitting, 1/8NPT x 7/16-20 J. Pin

C. Fitting, Elbow, Swivel G. Washer, Green K. Hair Pin

D. Quick Disconnet H. Washer, Yellow L. Hitch

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INSTALLATION

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Installation

Install Long Drive Shaft

1. Slide the drive shaft (A, Figure 1) in from the front.

Line up the support bracket (B) with the front hitch

(C). Simultaneously line up the locking collar of the

drive shaft (A, Figure 12) with the gear drive of the

transmission (B).

2. Slide the support bracket (B, Figure 1) in to the

front hitch (C) about 1/2”. Connect the locking

collar (A, Figure 2). Pull back on the locking collar

(A) and slide the drive shaft fully onto the

transmission (B). Release the locking collar and

pull back on the drive shaft until the locking collar

locks onto the shaft.

4. Slide the support bracket (B, Figure 1) all the way

into the front hitch (C). The support bracket (B)

should be touching the front hitch. Tighten

capscrews (D).

Note: If the support bracket does not touch the front hitch

(C, Figure 1) loosen the set collars (F) carriage bolts

and nuts (E) holding the bearing holders. Slide the

bracket to the front hitch (C) and tighten the set

collars (F) carriage bolts and nuts (E). Secure the

bracket with the capscrews.

Figure 1

A. Drive Shaft

B. Support Bracket

C. Front Hitch

D. Capscrews, 3/8-16 x 3/4

E. Carriage Bolts and Nuts

F. Set Collars

Figure 2

A. Drive Shaft Locking Collar

B. Transmission Shaft

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INSTALLATION

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Install Brush Head

1. Use tractor lift lever to lower hitch.

2. Position tractor in line with brush head.

3. Drive forward until hitch touches brush head, lift

hitch to engage implement.

4. Stop tractor engine, get off tractor, ensure pins

snap and engage into hitch. (figure 1.)

5. Connect drive line.

6. Connect cylinder to hitch and hydraulic lines to

tractor.

7. Place storage stands in up position.

Figure 1.

Brush head not shown

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INSTALLATION

Closed

(In)

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Before Operation

Operational Check

CAUTION – Contact with the sweeper, moving

joints or material discharged by the

brush can cause serious injury.

Operate this implement from the

operator’s seat only. Make sure

bystanders are well clear of the

sweeper and sweeper discharge area

before angling or engaging the

sweeper.

1. Lubricate all U-joints and driveline components on

the sweeper with high-quality, multi-purpose

grease.

2. Start the tractor according to instructions in the

tractor operator’s manual.

3. Slowly raise the sweeper to the fully lifted position

with the implement lift.

4. Stop the tractor and remove the key.

CAUTION – Do not get under the sweeper at

any time while sweeper is in the

raised position.

5. Carefully examine the sweeper clearance under

the tractor undercarriage.

6. If sweeper shields or other parts contact the

undercarriage of the tractor in any way, remove the

sweeper from the tractor and follow the tractor

operator’s manual to adjust the implement lift

height adjustment linkages, limiting the maximum

lift height.

7. Reinstall the sweeper.

8. Start the tractor according to instructions in the

tractor operator’s manual.

9. Engage the tractor PTO with the engine at 1,000

rpm. Note any excessive noise, vibration or other

problems.

10. Disengage the PTO, shut off the engine and

remove the key.

11. Correct any driveline problems before the unit is

put into service.

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OPERATING TIPS

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Use the tractor lift lever to raise and lower the sweeper.

Control brush speed with the throttle. If the brush stalls

frequently, increase the engine speed slightly. Find the

right brush and travel speeds so you don’t have to

increase the brush speed suddenly to overcome a

stall. Under most conditions, too fast of brush speeds

result in debris coming over the hood onto the

operator.

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Snow Removal

CAUTION – Foreign objects in snow may be

thrown farther than the snow itself.

Use the slowest brush speed that

will perform the job and always

remain aware of the sweeper

discharge direction.

CAUTION – Snow or ice build-up on the sweeper

hood can cause a loss of tractor

steering control. Regularly remove

any snow or ice from the sweeper

hood to prevent the excess weight

from affecting steering.

Vary the brush speed and sweeper angle so the

sweeper throws material out of the sweeper path

whenever possible.

Faster brush speeds perform better on wet, heavy

snow or slush.

This sweeper works best on snow depths of 6 in. (152

mm) or less, but almost any amount of snow can be

moved if ground speed is reduced. If snow carries over

to the rear of the brush, reduce speed and make a

second pass to produce a clean surface.

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Operating Instructions 4 WD hydraulic right

Operating Sweeper

CAUTION – Operate this implement from the

operator’s seat only. Do not allow

other riders on the machine at any

time.

CAUTION – Operate this implement at a speed

that matches working conditions.

Be extremely careful when working

on banks or uneven terrain.

CAUTION – Operators must wear eye protection

(goggles, etc.) during operation.

For the most efficient operation, sweep with the tips of

the bristles like a broom – not with the sides of the

bristles like a mop. Adjust the brush contact accord-

ing to instructions in Adjust Brush Contact Area (page

25).

For heavy material, reducing ground speed and

angling the brush fully right or left to gives the best

sweeping results. This allows the sweeper to discharge

material out of brush path area and prevents the “re-

sweeping” of material.

For specific tips, see Snow Removal, Lawn Thatching,

Leaf Raking and General Sweeping• in this manual

section.

Brush stands must be placed in the raised position

before sweeping.

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Sweeper Control

WARNING –Contact with the tractor, sweeper or

debris discharged by sweeper can

cause serious injury. Be sure by-

standers are completely clear of the

tractor, sweeper and sweeper

discharge area before operation.

CAUTION – Always wear eye protection when

operating any sweeper.

Use the tractor PTO to start and stop the sweeper

brush.

1. Start the engine and put the throttle lever at 1/3

speed.

2. Engage the PTO.

3. To stop, disengage the PTO.

4 WD hydraulic right

4 WD hydraulic left

4 WD hydraulic lift 4 WD hydraulic lower

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OPERATING TIPS

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Operating Instructions

Lawn Thatching

NOTE – Your sweeper is provided with a

polypropylene brush. Brushes with 1/2 poly–

1/2 wire or full wire sections may damage

lawns by pulling out the live grass. Brushes

made with wire are not recommended for lawn

thatching.

Carry the sweeper with the implement lift slightly raised

to limit ground contact. Brush bristles should barely

touch the ground while sweeping under load.

Slower brush speeds and slower ground speeds are

more suitable for lawn thatching. This gives the brush

time to pull out the dead grass and minimizes the

bouncing of the brush head, which can cause lawn

damage due to excessive ground contact.

Minimize dust by sweeping when moisture is high (but

not wet).

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Preferred Wind Directions

When Sweeping

Leaf Raking

Carry the sweeper with implement lift slightly raised to

limit contact with the grass.

Use slower brush speeds and slow-to-medium travel

speeds when raking leaves.

For best results, rake leaves on days when leaf mois-

ture is high.

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General Sweeping

Minimize dust by reducing brush speeds and by

sweeping on days with high moisture. Try to keep wind

at your side or back. (Refer to figure 1.)

For light material, angle the sweeper 30° left or right.

Prevent damage to the sweeper by removing large

foreign objects.

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Figure 1

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OPERATING TIPS

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Troubleshooting

If Material Piles in Front of Sweeper

• Decrease travel speed

• Increase the engine rpm

• Make more than 1 pass

• Raise the brush to decease the contact area

• Increase the sweeper angle

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If Brush Wears Unevenly

• Check for material wrapped around the brush

• Clean underneath the hood

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If Driveline Wears Quickly

• Decrease travel speeds

• Make more than 1 pass, especially in deep, heavy

materials

• Avoid ramming piles

• Lack of lubrication – lubricate more often

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OPERATING TIPS

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Removal/Storage

Sweeper & Hitch Removal

NOTE – Whenever removed, install clevis pins, hitch

pins, clips and hardware into the sweeper and

hitch for storage.

1. Install stands in storage position and fully lower

the attachment lift.

2. Disconnect the drive shaft by pulling back on the

locking collar and then pulling the shaft off.

3. Disconnect hydraulic hoses. Disconnect hairpins

and remove clevis pins. Slide hitch assembly off

the slots on the tractor.

4. Detach the sweeper from the sweeper hitch by

moving the shot pins into open position.

5. Lower the hitch to the ground and back out.

Brush head not shown

OPERATION SECTION

REMOVING SWEEPER AND HITCH

Lock

Open

(Out)

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